What extracurricular activities have you been involved with during high school? I have been involved with Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor Society, basketball, volleyball, cross country, track, student council, student government, drama club, peer tutors, Lancer Singers and pep band.

What is one academic accomplishment about which you feel particularly good? It was a confidence boost and a great accomplishment for me to complete a pantomime speech in Sophomore English.

Which class or extracurricular activity influenced your decision regarding the career you plan to pursue? Freshman year, I took an introductory business class that piqued my interest in business.

What advice do you have for those just starting their high school career? The advice that I was given years ago by my brother still applies to everyone beginning high school. Get involved! I can almost guarantee that it will seem overwhelming at times, but it is definitely worth it. Trust that God will give you the strength to pull through.

What are your plans for after high school? I plan to attend a four-year college to study mathematics or actuarial science.

What would you like to be doing 10 years from now? God willing, I will have a secure job at an insurance company or some place similar. I also want to keep music part of my life, so I will be involved in my church choir.

Teacher recommendation: "I count Natalie as a Stellar Student because she has learned how to make the most of her high school experience. She is a gifted student who has challenged herself academically by choosing a strong course of study. Natalie is determined to achieve at the highest of her God-given abilities in whatever she is involved in. Natalie has been able to achieve at a high academic level, because she has a great work ethic and she truly enjoys learning. Natalie has grown into a leader of the entire student body. She is a leader because of her desire for service. Natalie has learned how to put the needs of others before hers. It is always a joy when Natalie enters the classroom as she brings such a positive attitude that is contagious. She has the ability to balance her academics with all of her other activities. Natalie shows a loving attitude for her Savior with her unselfish giving of herself to all those in our school community and beyond. What makes Natalie stellar is her knowing and acting on what it means to be a servant leader." — James Carolfi, mathematics teacher